Absinthe n. : The plant absinthium or common wormwood.

Absinthe n. : A strong spirituous liqueur made from wormwood and brandy or alcohol.

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Taxonomy
absinthe, wormwood, thujone, alcohol, herbs, 09-17, Absinthe Drinker, 09-18, History, spirits, Regulations, glass, absinthe spoons, product, Bottle, importation, law, alcoholic beverages.

Defination from the web:
... Absinthe originated in the canton of Neuchâtel in Switzerland. ... to its association with bohemian culture, absinthe was opposed by social conservatives and ...